coolant temperature HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2015 9.G Owners Manual

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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
*1, then goes off.
●Comes on if a problem with any of
the following is detected:
-Supplemental restraint system
- Side airbag system
- Side curtain airbag system
- Seat belt tensioner
●Stays on constantly or does not
come on at all - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
High Temperature
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
*1, then goes off.
●Blinks when the engine coolant
temperature goes up, and stays on if
the temperature continues to rise.
●Blinks while driving - Drive slowly to
prevent overheating.●Stays on while driving - Immediately
stop in a safe place and allow the
engine to cool.
2 Overheating P. 407
Low Temperature
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
*1, then goes off.
●Comes on when the engine coolant
temperature is low.
●If the indicator stays on after the
engine has reached normal operating
temperature, there may be problem
with the temperature sensors. Have
your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
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uuHeating and Cooling
*uUsing Vents, Heating and A/C
Controls
The heater uses engine coolant to warm the
air.
1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control
dial.
2. Select .
3. Adjust the temperature using the
temperature control dial.
■To rapidly warm up the interior
1. Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2. Select .
3. Set the temperature to maximum warm.
4. Press the button (the indicator on).■To dehumidify the interior
When used in combination with the heater, the air conditioning system makes the
interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up.
1. Turn the fan on.
2. Press the A/C button to turn on the air conditioning.■
Heating
1Heating
When you select , the mode automatically
switches to fresh air.1To rapidly warm up the interior
Change to fresh air mode as soon as the interior gets
warm enough. The windows may fog up if kept in
recirculation mode.

298Driving
When DrivingStarting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(P
, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in
(N
, it is safer to start it in
(P
.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(N
. Then
depress the brake pedal with your right
foot, and the clutch pedal with your left
foot.
u The clutch pedal must be fully depressed
to start the engine.
Models without smart entry system
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, heating and
cooling system
*/climate control system
*, and rear
defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. Consult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Brake Pedal
Continuously variable transmission models
Brake Pedal
Clutch Pedal
Manual transmission models
* Not available on all models

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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(P
, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in
(N
, it is safer to start it in
(P
.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(N
. Then
depress the brake pedal with your right
foot, and the clutch pedal with your left
foot.
u The clutch pedal must be fully depressed
to start the engine.
Models with smart entry system
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. Consult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly coded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled.
2 Immobilizer System P. 116
Brake Pedal
Continuously variable transmission models
Brake Pedal
Clutch Pedal
Manual transmission models

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uuMaintenance Minder
TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
TM
Continued
Maintenance
■
Maintenance Service Items
1Maintenance Service Items•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
2345
Maintenance Minder
Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If a message
SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.CODE
Maintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil
*1
B
●Replace engine oil
*1 and oil filter
●Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system
#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections
#
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).CODE
Maintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2
●Replace air cleaner element
*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter
*3
●Inspect drive belt
3●Replace transmission fluid
*4
4
●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant
Continuously variable transmission models

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Continued
Maintenance
Engine CoolantThis coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1.Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark,
add the specified coolant until it reaches
the MAX mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2■
Reserve Tank
1Engine CoolantNOTICEIf temperatures consistently below −22°F (−30°C) are
expected, the coolant mixture should be changed to
a higher concentration. Consult a dealer for more
information.
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result
in corrosion, causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed
and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle's cooling system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
Reserve
Tank
MAX
MIN

uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
408Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the high temperature
indicator goes off.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.■Last thing to do
Once the engine has co oled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature
indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emerge ncy/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
Reserve Tank
MIN

Index
433Index
Index
Numbers7-Speed Manual Shift Mode................... 309
Operation ............................................... 310AABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 328
Accessories and Modifications ................ 336
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 150
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 355
Engine Oil ............................................... 348
Washer ................................................... 359
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 144
Clock ...................................................... 100
Front Seats.............................................. 137
Head Restraints ....................................... 139
Mirrors.................................................... 135
Rear Seats ............................................... 143
Steering Wheel ....................................... 134
Temperature ............................................. 86
Air Conditioning Sys tem (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 155
Changing the Mode................................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 156
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 384
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 156
Sensor .................................................... 157
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 155 Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System) ...................................... 152
Cooling ................................................... 154
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 154
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 384
Heating ................................................... 153
Air Pressure ............................... 373, 421, 423
Airbags ........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
After a Collision ......................................... 40
Airbag Care ............................................... 49
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator .............................................. 47, 70
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 48
Sensors ...................................................... 37
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 46
AM/FM Radio .................................... 168, 191
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 328
Indicator .................................................... 69
Armrest ..................................................... 144
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 164
Audio System ............................................ 160
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 167, 189
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 162
Error Messages ........................................ 211
General Information ................................ 217
Internet Radio .................................. 177, 200
iPod ......................................................... 197 MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 179, 202, 207
Reactivating ............................................ 163
Recommended CDs ................................. 217
Recommended Devices............................ 219
Remote Controls ..................................... 164
Security Code .......................................... 163
Theft Protection ...................................... 163
USB Adapter Cable.......................... 161, 162
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 219
USB/HDMI
® Port ...................................... 161
Authorized Manuals ................................ 431
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 112
Customize ................................................. 94
Automatic Lighting .................................. 128
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 162
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 85
Average Speed ........................................... 85
BBattery...................................................... 381
Charging System Indicator................. 67, 409
Jump Starting .......................................... 403
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 381
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 382
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 30
Beverage Holders ..................................... 149
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 182, 205
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink® ............. 233, 264
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 61

434Index
Brake System............................................. 326
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 328
Brake Assist System ................................. 329
Fluid ........................................................ 358
Foot Brake ............................................... 327
Indicator .................................................... 66
Indicator (Amber)....................................... 66
Indicator (Red) ......................................... 411
Parking Brake .......................................... 326
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ................ 66
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 132
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 360
Brake Lights, Taillights, Re ar Side Marker lights,
Back-Up Lights and Rear Turn Signal
Lights..................................................... 367
Fog Lights ................................................ 364
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker
Lights..................................................... 365
Headlights ............................................... 360
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 369
Rear License Plate Light............................ 368
Bulb Specifications ............................ 420, 422CCarbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 62
Carrying Cargo .................................. 293, 295
CD Player ........................................... 171, 194
Center Pocket ............................................ 148
Certification Label .................................... 424
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 360 Charging System Indicator
................. 67, 409
Child Safety ................................................. 50
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 115
Child Seat .................................................... 50
Booster Seats ............................................ 61
Child Seat for Infants................................. 52
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 53
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 57
Larger Children ......................................... 60
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 52
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Using a Tether ........................................... 59
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 387
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 385
Climate Control System ............................ 155
Changing the Mode ................................ 155
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 156
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 384
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 156
Sensors ................................................... 157
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 155
Clock .......................................................... 100
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 358
Coat Hook ................................................. 150
Compact Spare Tire .................. 393, 421, 423
Console Compartment ............................. 147
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping ................................................. 304
Fluid ........................................................ 357 Kickdown ............................................... 304
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 18, 306, 308
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 406
Shifting ........................................... 305, 307
Controls ...................................................... 99
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 355
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 356
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 355
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 70
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 70
Overheating ............................................ 407
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 304
Cruise Control .......................................... 315
Indicator ................................................... 75
Cup Holders .............................................. 149
Customer Service Information ................ 432
Customized Features ......................... 87, 220
DDaytime Running Lights .......................... 130
Dead Battery ............................................ 403
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ......................................... 154, 156
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 425
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 127
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 135
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 349
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 127

435Index
Display Button.......................................... 185
Display/Information Button ...................... 83
Door Mirrors ............................................. 135
Doors ........................................................ 102
Auto Door Locking.................................. 112
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 112
Door Open Indicator ........................... 29, 71
Keys........................................................ 102
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 110
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 105
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 109
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 375
Driving ...................................................... 291
Braking ................................................... 326
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 304
Cruise Control ........................................ 315
Shifting Gear .......................................... 311
Shifting Position .............................. 305, 307
Starting the Engine ......................... 298, 300
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 384EEco Assist System.......................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................ 314
Elapsed Time .............................................. 85
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 72, 411
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 318Emergency Engine Stop
........................... 402
Emergency Towing ................................... 417
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 115
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 427
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 355
Jump Starting .......................................... 403
Oil ........................................................... 348
Starting ........................................... 298, 300
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 122
Engine Coolant ......................................... 355
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 356
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 355
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 70
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 70
Overheating ............................................ 407
Engine Oil ................................................. 348
Adding .................................................... 351
Checking ................................................. 349
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 341
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 67, 409
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 348
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 123
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 62
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 136
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 387
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 135
FFeatures..................................................... 159 Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 384
Oil ........................................................... 352
Flat Tire ..................................................... 393
Floor Mats ................................................. 386
Fluids Brake/Clutch ........................................... 358
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 357
Engine Coolant ....................................... 355
Manual Transmission ............................... 357
Windshield Washer ................................. 359
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 73
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 143
Foot Brake ................................................ 327
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 40
Front Seats ................................................ 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Fuel ...................................................... 19, 332
Economy ................................................. 335
Gauge ....................................................... 81
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 81, 86
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 69
Range ....................................................... 85
Recommendation .................................... 332
Refueling................................................. 332
Fuel Economy ........................................... 335
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 19, 334
Message.................................................. 410
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 19, 333
Fuses .......................................................... 413
Inspecting and Changing......................... 416